Nigeria, March 25 -- Malaysia has expressed support for Pakistan's offer to host dialogue between the US and Iran, describing the move as timely amid rising tensions in the Middle East. It also declared support for "Iran's right to defend its sovereignty."

In a post on X on Wednesday, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim commended his Pakistani counterpart, Shehbaz Sharif, for stepping forward at a critical moment to facilitate diplomacy.

Mr Ibrahim said Pakistan's standing in the Muslim world and its relations with the parties involved placed it in a strong position to help create conditions for meaningful negotiations.

He also acknowledged earlier mediation efforts by Oman and other countries, while noting that negotiations must be based on ...